Job Description

Position Summary:

Seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead and coordinate a team of maintenance technicians and external resources responsible for proactive and reactive maintenance, repairs, and support of manufacturing equipment, facilities, utilities, and site infrastructure. The role focuses on ensuring operational reliability, safety, and efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and use it to guide daily decisions and actions.
• Oversee plant technical operations, including production equipment, facilities, utilities, and grounds.
• Develop and manage maintenance systems, processes, and standards for equipment, spare parts, preventive maintenance programs, and work orders.
• Lead preventative maintenance initiatives, assign work, track performance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate response efforts for unplanned downtime, ensuring timely resolution through internal teams and external resources.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to schedule maintenance without disrupting workflow.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, spare parts inventory, and CMMS documentation.
• Execute equipment calibrations and coordinate external technical support as needed.
• Analyze maintenance effectiveness and identify opportunities for process and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and maintenance standards.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and adherence to GMP/5S standards in work areas.
• Manage maintenance budgets and cost reporting.
• Provide coaching, development, and support to maintenance staff to enhance skills and reliability.
• Act as point of contact for facility, utility, and equipment support during non-production hours.
• Perform hands-on maintenance tasks as necessary and lead by example.
• Other duties as required to support plant operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in equipment installation, maintenance, and repair.
• 3–5 years’ experience supervising and leading technical teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Associate degree in machine maintenance, engineering technology, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment maintenance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement maintenance processes, preventive maintenance programs, and KPI tracking.
• Experience using CMMS or similar maintenance management systems.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, lead a team, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a food or process manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and other electronic controls.
• Welding, equipment modification, and sanitary equipment maintenance experience.
• Exposure to world-class reliability or continuous improvement programs.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and working in industrial environments.

Work Environment:

• Typical manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, equipment, and production processes.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

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